Homeostatic Imbalances A Person On Dialysis Might Face
Homeostatic imbalances a person on dialysis might face
GE 259
Mike Myers
Instructor Dr. Loc
Homeostasis enables the body’s system to function as expected because of proper temperature regulation. Dialysis is the process by which waste products are removed from the body by artificial ways by diffusion. The process of removal of waste products in a healthy person is facilitated by the kidneys. However, those individuals who suffer from kidney failure experience problems with waste removal thus dialysis has to be applied. While dialysis is in process, individuals with renal failure tend to record several homeostatic imbalances. One of the major effects is electrolyte imbalance and this eventually leads to various conditions. For instance, a condition termed as hyperkalemia may occur if calcium levels exceed the amount that can be excreted. Another condition that may arise in the course od dialysis is arrhythmias. This can lead to electrolyte imbalances as well as change in homeostasis of acid and base. Other condition’s occurring due to increased removal of fluid volumes include low blood pressure, cramping as well as muscle spasm. During dialysis, there is a tendency of damage to the normal net filtration pressure due to increased membrane permeability and this as well leads to homeostatic imbalances. Although the rise in temperature of the body happens not to be most common during dialysis, it is important to monitor this fact in order to curb chances of infection as the process of dialysis continues. Dialysis causes biochemical and toxic effects as a result of hemolysis and this may destroy red blood cells. Other homeostatic imbalances include thrombosis, dehydration, and hypertension. Since most of our body systems function through regulation by enzymes, body temperature regulation is important for proper functioning of these enzymes. It is advisable to take enough rest, engage in body exercises, and take a well-balanced
GE 259
Mike Myers
Instructor Dr. Loc
Homeostasis enables the body’s system to function as expected because of proper temperature regulation. Dialysis is the process by which waste products are removed from the body by artificial ways by diffusion. The process of removal of waste products in a healthy person is facilitated by the kidneys. However, those individuals who suffer from kidney failure experience problems with waste removal thus dialysis has to be applied. While dialysis is in process, individuals with renal failure tend to record several homeostatic imbalances. One of the major effects is electrolyte imbalance and this eventually leads to various conditions. For instance, a condition termed as hyperkalemia may occur if calcium levels exceed the amount that can be excreted. Another condition that may arise in the course od dialysis is arrhythmias. This can lead to electrolyte imbalances as well as change in homeostasis of acid and base. Other condition’s occurring due to increased removal of fluid volumes include low blood pressure, cramping as well as muscle spasm. During dialysis, there is a tendency of damage to the normal net filtration pressure due to increased membrane permeability and this as well leads to homeostatic imbalances. Although the rise in temperature of the body happens not to be most common during dialysis, it is important to monitor this fact in order to curb chances of infection as the process of dialysis continues. Dialysis causes biochemical and toxic effects as a result of hemolysis and this may destroy red blood cells. Other homeostatic imbalances include thrombosis, dehydration, and hypertension. Since most of our body systems function through regulation by enzymes, body temperature regulation is important for proper functioning of these enzymes. It is advisable to take enough rest, engage in body exercises, and take a well-balanced
References: Electrolytes and fluid management in hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. PubMed, (2011). Retrieved August 1 from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16207656